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Thick white vaginal discharge is often seen with a yeast infection, but it can also occur from normal changes or other types of irritation.

Missing your period for two months can happen for many reasons, such as pregnancy, stress, weight changes, or hormone imbalances. It’s important to check with a doctor to learn exactly why.

A bump on your lip that develops rapidly could be due to a cyst that has become infected but could also be an allergic response called angioedema.

A bump on your lip that appears suddenly could be acne, a mucocele, a hemangioma, actinic cheilitis, or another type of lip lesion.

Feeling full even when you haven't eaten much might happen because your stomach empties slowly (gastroparesis), changes that come with aging, or even after surgery. These issues can make your stomach feel full longer than usual.

A lump above your lip may be caused by different conditions including benign (non-cancerous) growths like cysts, cancers, or infections.

A period that stops and then starts with bright red blood might be due to a hormonal imbalance or irregular shedding of the uterine lining.

Missing your period for three months and then having it return can come from a natural, but irregular, hormone cycle or other temporary factors like stress or weight changes.

A persistent feeling of fullness in the rectum can be caused by problems in the anal area, especially by swollen veins (hemorrhoids) or other nearby conditions.

A sudden swollen bump on your lip might be caused by a minor injury, an allergic reaction, or an infection. It’s important to watch it closely and seek advice if it doesn’t improve.

When you feel pain in both your lower belly and your back, it may be because the same condition is affecting both areas, like the digestive system, urinary system, or musculoskeletal system.

Finger pain and swelling can result from a variety of conditions, ranging from minor injuries to more serious medical issues.

Frequent bowel movements without diarrhea can happen due to changes in how the gut works, sometimes linked to mild infections or conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

A sudden stop in menstruation can be caused by pregnancy, changes in your hormones, often driven by stress, weight changes, intense exercise, or lifestyle factors that affect your body's signals.

Numbness in the lower right abdomen in females can sometimes be caused by nerve irritation or injury, such as problems with the ilioinguinal nerve or other abdominal cutaneous nerves.

Pain in the armpit muscle could come from muscle strain or inflammation, and sometimes nearby lymph nodes or nerves might be involved.

Pain in the lower right abdomen when bending over may be due to a muscle strain, back issues, or other issues.

Pain on the outside of the ankle can be caused by various conditions, including injuries, inflammation, and chronic issues. Understanding these potential causes is important for effective diagnosis and treatment.

Pain under both armpits without any lumps can be caused by shoulder problems, nerve issues, or muscle strains.

Pain under your right armpit that radiates to your back could be due to issues like inflammation near the shoulder blade (scapulothoracic bursitis), nerve irritation from surgery, or problems after lymph node removal.

Periodic right-side abdominal pain can be due to a number of issues. The location of the pain and associated symptoms may be helpful in identifying the cause.

Having periods every two weeks is not typical and may mean your hormones are imbalanced, which can be seen in conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Sharp, come-and-go pain in your left armpit could be due to nerve irritation, muscle issues, or, in rare cases, a small mass pressing on nerves. These causes may make the pain feel sudden and temporary.

Having three periods in one month might happen due to unusual changes in your hormones that make your cycle shorter or cause extra bleeding.

Stomach pain and feeling full without eating can happen when the stomach or intestines are not moving food or gas normally, which is common in some digestive disorders.

The sensation of having something stuck in the throat without pain, known as globus pharyngeus, can be caused by various factors. This feeling is often benign but can be related to several underlying conditions.

Tiny bumps on your lips that are not cold sores can be due to small benign growths like lipomas or reactive tissue changes, and they are usually not harmful.

Tiny, rough bumps on the lips can be a sign of cheilitis or similar skin changes, which may be caused by irritation, sun exposure, or habits like excessive lip licking or picking.

Tiny bumps near the corners of the lips could be caused by cold sores, Fordyce spots, or angular cheilitis. Each of these conditions has its own features and may need different care.

Numbness in the upper left side of the abdomen can be caused by nerve problems, such as issues with nerves affected by a herniated disc or irritation of abdominal wall nerves.